228 – Dennis Chambers: Back and better than ever
What can be said about Dennis Chambers that hasn’t already been said? He’s a legend in every aspect of the word and has played stages all around the world with a list of A-list musicians who read like a who’s who of the industry. A legend he may be, but invincible he is not. A fact that became hauntingly true as Dennis fell ill and ended up in a coma. Although it’s been a rough road, Dennis Chambers is back, full of life and playing the drums better than ever.
Dennis Chambers talks about:
- Starting playing drums at 4 years old
- Gigging in clubs at 9 years old
- The first time he heard Miles Davis and Tony Williams
- Learning from others to develop your unique voice
- His health scare and the road of recovery
- Why he doesn’t teach lessons
- The importance of music history
- Practice advice
- Much more
Resources / Links / People Mentioned:
- Contact Dennis Chambers: Website
- Mike Stern
- Miles Davis
- Tony Williams
- Steely Dan
- Jack DeJohnette
- Steve Gadd (Drummer’s Resource Interview)
Dennis Chambers plays:
- Evans Drumheads
- Pearl Drums
- Zildjian cymbals and sticks
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